Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
In 2 Kings 1:15, God is instructing Elijah to go down with the captain, albeit after demonstrating His power through the fire consuming the two previous captains and their men. This seems contradictory to the commandment "Thou shalt not kill," as the cause of death came from a divine command.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
2 Kings 1:15 involves a directive that could be seen as hostile, while Matthew 5:39 advises, "But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also," urging non-violence and turning the other cheek.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
2 Kings 1:15 leads to the expected execution of divine justice through Elijah, while Romans 12:19 states, "Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord," promoting leaving vengeance to God.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with James 3:17
This verse speaks of wisdom coming from above being pure, peaceable, gentle, and full of mercy, which seems contrary to the actions taken in 2 Kings 1 with multiple groups being consumed by fire.
James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
2 Kings 1:15 further involves confrontation after previous violence, whereas Proverbs 15:1 suggests "A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger," highlighting a more peaceful resolution.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.